Membership

The Owings Mills Volunteer Fire Company is looking for a few good members.

Our district continues to grow, and we need to grow with it. As a result, over the last several years, our call volume has drastically increased. Every second counts in an emergency. In a second, a smoldering fire can ignite, a house can burn down, a person's circulatory system can shut down, and a person can die. Help us continue the American tradition of neighbors helping neighbors.

Types of Memberships

There are several types of membership:

• Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
• Fire
• Fire/EMS
• Associate

EMS and Fire members are professionally trained in their respective fields and will work alongside their career company counterparts. Associate members are non-emergency personnel that assist the company with administrative responsibilities. All applicants must be at least 16 years of age.

How do I become a member?

First, you need to decide, based on your individual interests, which type of membership would be the most appropriate for you. You can choose from Fire, EMS, Fire/EMS, or Associate. Next you would need to complete a Membership Application. Someone will contact you to schedule an interview and your application will be presented to the company. Upon acceptance, within a few short weeks you may be riding the engine or medic as an observer. There is more information here.

Do I have to fight fire or become a paramedic to be a member?

No. There are many other opportunities for service. Our Company needs members to help out behind the scenes, with administrative, fund raising, and other non-emergency jobs that need to be done.

Training

Formal training in all disciplines related to emergency services is provided to all members, tuition free. These courses include Firefighter, Rescue Technician, Emergency Medical Technician, and other specialties. There are many opportunities to further your education in the service by taking truck operations, paramedic, trench rescue, and more. You will learn many life skills that will serve you well in your employment and personal life.